1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | V6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2912 mm |
